Sculpture sessions with Lut have been wonderful for my 12 year old son. He used to be very much ‘in his head, constantly worrying & analysing himself’.
Movement of his hands with clay in these sessions have made an enormous positive change in him.
He is now much more relaxed and confidant.

He has created beautiful pieces of art work, each piece has its own exciting story, a journey of how it came to be. This in itself is a treasure.
Every session ended with my son saying “that was awesome!” … and I agree.
Warm Regards,

Elizabeth
2015

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Dear Lut,

I just wanted to acknowledge the difference you have made in our lives as a family.

I initially had L. come to see you due to our rapidly changing life circumstances.

I had just separated from his Dad who has severe mental illness, our family dog had just passed away, and we had to move out of our family home.  So L. had experienced a lot of huge changes within a short period of time at the tender age of 6.

Due to these losses and instability, L. was experiencing BIG feelings. These included separation anxiety, anger, rage and general anxiety.  He was unable to recognize these feelings, let along manage them.  I have no family support here, and was finding parenting L. very difficult.

Through his work with clay and your experience and knowledge he is learning to ground himself, recognize his feelings and be still. He is learning how to sit with his feelings and process them.  You have become a constant in his life. Someone he feels safe with, can be himself with, and above all, be a 7 year old child.

You are amazingly patient, insightful, caring and compassionate. Your approach is very holistic and gentle. He feels seen and valued by you. He is learning coping skills for life.

Through you I have been able to understand L. so much better and understand what he needs.  This has helped us as a family.

I feel incredibly blessed to have you as part of our lives.  Thank you. Mel, 2022